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Jun 22, 2024 · Smithsonian Institution, research institution founded by the bequest of James Smithson, an English scientist who had stipulated in his will that if his heir died without issue, his remaining assets should be given to the United States for the ‘increase and diffusion of knowledge among men.’
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3 days ago · The Smithsonian Institution ( / smɪθˈsoʊniən / smith-SOH-nee-ən ), or simply the Smithsonian, is a group of museums, education and research centers, the largest such complex in the world, created by the U.S. government "for the increase and diffusion of knowledge."
6 days ago · James Smithson (born 1765, Paris, France—died June 27, 1829, Genoa [Italy]) was an English scientist who provided funds for the founding of the Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.
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6 days ago · 5) 'Children of God' directed by John Smithson (1994) 'Children of God' is a powerful documentary directed by John Smithson. It exposes the harrowing experiences of individuals who were part of the Children of God cult. The cult, led by David Berg, was notorious for numerous allegations including child abuse, prostitution, and incest.
2 days ago · John Smithson is an American percussionist, independent recording artist, and self-described "progressive primitive". He should not be confused with the mus...
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Jun 18, 2024 · Smithson was one of the first researchers to systematically categorize calamine. He discovered that instead of being one mineral, calamine actually had two different chemical compositions.